Is Religious Education in schools beneficial to pupils’ moral development? The case of Caritas and Kalonga Secondary Schools in Kabwe Town
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2020
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KWALELA, Kwalela
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KNU
Abstract
This study explored the role of religious education in pupils’ moral development, focusing on its benefits and relationship with moral growth. Guided by Kohlberg’s theory of moral development, the research used a qualitative design and sampled 30 students from one government and one mission secondary school. Data were collected through interviews and focus group discussions, analyzed thematically. Results showed that religious education is crucial for moral development and addressing modern social issues. The study recommended that religious education be made compulsory, teachers undergo further training, and regular curriculum reviews be conducted to adapt to modern challenges like technology and media.